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TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.36 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8788

TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.0

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

7.0

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 57% of tablets
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–²Better than 64%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

8.3

Camera

14%

7.5

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.0

Software

5%

7.4

Design

3%

4.6

Audio

â–²Better than 68%
7.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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7.0

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.5

Average grade

20%

7.1

Popularity

Grades by review (6)
5 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 58%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
6GB + 128GB4GB + 64GB6GB + 256GB

What reviewers say about the TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB)

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Technical Specifications of tablet TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components:

22%

6.4

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

8.3

Camera

14%

7.5

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.0

Software

5%

7.4

Design

3%

4.6

Audio

7.0
Reviews score
7.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.8
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
299 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 299 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 85.5% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek MT8788
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT8788, which is less advanced than 84.2% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a 2000×1200 screen, which is sharper than 58.1% of tablets and equal to 8.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
225 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 225 ppi, which is higher than 61.7% of tablets and equal to 1.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
AGC Dragontrail Glass
This tablet protects its screen with AGC Dragontrail Glass, which is less durable than 54.6% of tablets and the same as 2.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8, which is wider than 85.9% of tablets and equal to 14.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
8,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,000 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 70.2% of tablets and equal to 4% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
22 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 22 hours, which is longer than that of 97.6% of tablets and equal to that of 0.4% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
IP52
This tablet's IP rating is IP52, which is more protected than 84.8% of tablets and the same as 6.2% of tablets.
Weight
465 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 465 g, which is lighter than 59.7% of tablets and equal to 1.8% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
2.8 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 2.8 ms, which is lower than that of 76.8% of tablets and equal to that of 11.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 12 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (22 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    22 hours vs 10 hours
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP52 vs not rated).
    IP52 vs not rated
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G72 MP3 vs Mali-G51
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 23.1% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (800 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • 99 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (500 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    500 nits vs 401 nits
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1350:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,350:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    2,000×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 0.26 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.4 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.36 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 1.8% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (225 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    225 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 12 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (22 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    22 hours vs 10 hours
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP52 vs not rated).
    IP52 vs not rated
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 6.2 ms lower pen latency
    This tablet has lower pen latency than the average tablet (2.8 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    2.8 ms vs 9 ms
  • 42.4 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (157.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    157.6 mm vs 200 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 59% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (299 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    299 points vs 729 points
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • 72.5 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (247.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    247.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 59% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (299 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    299 points vs 729 points
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • 72.5 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (247.8 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    247.8 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
07/01/2022
Long-term test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The TCL 10 Tab Max lasts a full day of heavy use and suits browsing, video and online classes, though its camera is average and Android is dated.
6.0
gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com
✓ explicit
12/01/2026
Hands-on test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The TCL 10 Tab Max is a mid-range tablet with very good battery life for video and classes, but its average screen and Android 10 software hold it back.
7.0
technuovo.com
≈ estimated
23/12/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-tier tablet
Verdict
The TCL 10 TabMax is a light, well-built tablet that handles video calls, YouTube and casual gaming well, though its Android 10 software and weak sound let it down.
8.0
it-connect.fr
≈ estimated
06/01/2022
Hands-on test · Mid-range Android tablet
Verdict
The TCL 10 Tab Max is a mid-range tablet with excellent battery life and a good screen, great for browsing and video but weak at heavy games.
7.0
test-achats.be
✓ explicit
Date de test non spécifiée
Lab test · Mid-range tablet
Verdict
The TCL 10 Tab Max is a good all-round choice for most people, with strong battery life and hardware, though its screen and cameras are only passable.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Impressive 8000mAh battery life that can last multiple days on standby or a full day of heavy use
  • Good screen quality enhanced by NXTVision technology for better contrast and saturation
  • Lightweight and slim design making it comfortable to hold and portable
  • Affordable 4G LTE connectivity for staying connected on the go
  • Reliable performance for daily tasks such as web browsing, video calls, and online classes
  • Decent pair of speakers that provide loud and clear audio for multimedia

What customers don't like about TCL 10 Tabmax 4G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Outdated software out-of-the-box with a lack of confirmed future Android updates
  • Average camera performance, particularly in low-light conditions or for high-quality photography
  • Plastic build can feel a bit cheap compared to more premium metal alternatives
  • Struggles with demanding triple-A gaming titles at high graphical settings
  • Mediocre viewing angles on the display which can lead to color distortion
  • Slow charging times, often taking over two hours for a full charge despite 18W support

Verdict

The TCL 10 TABMAX 4G is a mid-range tablet featuring a 10.36-inch WUXGA+ IPS display with 2000 x 1200 resolution and NXTVISION technology for enhanced visuals. This specific 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant is powered by a Snapdragon 665 octa-core processor and includes 4G LTE connectivity, a substantial 8,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging, and a camera setup consisting of a 13MP rear and 8MP front sensor. Main pros include its long-lasting battery life, lightweight and portable design, and surprisingly high-quality screen for its price point. However, notable cons include an aging Android 10 software experience with limited update support, average camera performance in low light, and the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack and fingerprint scanner.

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